As you may have heard, it rains in the Pacific Northwest. A lot. That’s how we grow those giant moss-covered trees and all of that local produce we’re so fond of. But sometimes that means that you need a waterproof bag. So I recently experimented with waxing canvas. I started with this tote bag that […]
DIY Vertical Succulent Garden
June 3, 2013 update: Here’s the vertical garden, hung up: I’ve been wanting to attempt this project for the longest time, but I wasn’t quite sure how I wanted to do it. There are versions out there (like this one), that use a picture frame, but then you basically have to build a box for […]
DIY Crystal Point Necklace Tutorial
Maybe I’m just craving something new with the change in seasons, but I’m on a jewelry kick lately! A couple weeks ago it was bracelets (here and here), and today I have a necklace DIY to share.
DIY Lined Jean Jacket Cuffs Tutorial
The inspiration for this project came from this Current/Elliot denim jacket at Anthropologie. The first time I saw it, I fell for the cute polka dot cuffs. However, the one product review points out that the cuffs on this jacket aren’t actually lined. They apparently belong to the shirt beneath the jacket. Anthropologie’s styling was […]
DIY Delicate Chain and Bead Bracelet Tutorial
As promised, here’s a bit more detail about how to make the delicate version of the chunky half chain/half bead bracelet I shared yesterday. I made a couple of different bracelets with various beads, but the one I’ll focus on here is made with purple dyed pearls and contrast silk bead cord. (The blue beads […]
DIY Half and Half Chain and Bead Bracelet Tutorial
The other day I got in the mood to make some new jewelry, and I came up with these half bead/half chain bracelets. I like the mix of materials, and they look especially good with several other bracelets. Plus, there are endless variations, as you can see. I made several versions with different types of […]
DIY Clear Mini Business Card Holder Tutorial
Recently I realized that I wish I had an easy-to-access holder for my business cards. I often carry around my tote bag featuring a cat in space, and I get frequent comments and compliments on it. I keep a stack of business cards in my wallet to give people when this situation arises, but with […]
DIY Lotion Bars
A couple of weeks ago I decided to try making my own lotion bars. They turned out really well, so I thought I’d share my recipe.
DIY Mint Rhinestone Necklace Makeover
Yesterday I decided to give one of my necklaces a makeover. Previously I painted this rhinestone necklace with neon nail polish, but I removed the paint with nail polish remover (it came right off!), and gave it a coat of mint. If the color looks familiar, it’s the same one I used to paint these […]